​​​​​​​​Step 1: Become a Certified Basic Archery Instructor (BAI)

Schools participating in the Colorado Archery in the Schools program must have at least one Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) certified coach. BAI courses are generally 8 hours and hap​pen at locations around the state​. Participants receive a nationally-recognized National Archery in the Schools Program® certification number upon successful course completion.

Requirements to be able to participate in a Basic Archery Instructor (BAI) course:​

Must be at least 18 years old;

Must be a Colorado-certified 4th-12th grade teacher;

Take the BAI course. (8-12 hours);

Pass the BA​I practical test and score at least 70% on the written test;

Step 2: Purchase Equipment

Once a staff member has completed the BAI certification, schools are eligible to order from the
National Archery in the Schools Program®. To be considered part of the program, schools must use this standardized equipment.